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Awareness of HIV Prevention Among University Students in Kyrgyzstan

Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: HIV infection continues to be a significant public health concern in Central Asia, particularly in Kyrgyzstan, where young adults and students represent a key at-risk population. This study assesses the level of awareness, attitudes, and preventive practices related to HIV among university students in Kyrgyzstan. The results indicate that although the majority possess moderate to good awareness, notable gaps persist regarding transmission routes, preventive methods, and stigma-related attitudes. Strengthening educational programs in higher institutions is essential to reduce misconceptions and improve preventive behaviors. while preparing this report ,we discussed with a few classmates and realized that students in medical fields sometimes have limited clarity about HIV prevention
Authors: SELESTIN RAJ, ASHISH SHARON, PACKIRISAMY SEVVENTHI, ARISH SELVA, SARTHAR NAINA, MOHAMED ARPAS ROHITH, SHOWKATHALI, HAFRISH ABDULLAH
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7095053744
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